2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 827 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |